14.1% alc., pH 3.29,
TA 0.68, 400 cases, $50. Released May 2016. Sourced in part from the historic Paris Tasting Block at
Goddard Ranch (old Wente clone). Aged 8 months in 40% new French oak barrels.
·Moderate golden
yellow color and clear in the glass. Aromas of lemon curd, spice, steel and petrol lead off. Soft and
pleasingly smooth on the palate, with a luscious core of lemon, pineapple, peach, butterscotch and
toast that won’t let go on the finish that is blessed with a cleansing cut of clean acidity.Score:94.
Reviewed June 19, 2016